Defined project areas
Discuss suitable yard space, a hall or workshop area, storage and laydown space, or an agreed berth and quayside work area. The allocation depends on the project and availability.
Dedicated space. Tailored support.
Your project.
Our yard.
The support you need.
Realise your own newbuild, refit or repair project within an agreed part of Shipyard De Hoop. We tailor the combination of space, facilities and support to your project, within the rules and operating framework of our working shipyard.
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The Open Shipyard concept
A place for your project.
A shipyard around it.
For owners, operators and project contractors who want to organise their own vessel project, De Hoop offers access to defined areas of the yard, supported by our infrastructure, people and specialist network.
We agree a specific part of the premises, the period of use and the facilities needed. The arrangement covers a defined project area and agreed shared services; the whole shipyard is not available for lease.
Lobith–Tolkamer · archive yard image. Areas and facilities are allocated by agreement.
Open Shipyard in practice
Horizon.
Your project, supported by De Hoop.
The yacht Horizon is a practical example of the Open Shipyard approach. Leapher Shipbuilding realised the project on an allocated part of the yard, supported by Shipyard De Hoop personnel, services and equipment rental. In July 2024, Leapher took over the build-site lease from hull builder Passer SIDC, renting approximately one third of the yard.
The project illustrates how a partner-led operation can combine dedicated space with the support of an established shipyard. For each new project, the area, facilities, services and responsibilities are agreed around its requirements.
Configured around the work
The right space.
The right facilities.
The starting point is your vessel, work scope and programme. Together, we assess a suitable allocation within the yard and how it connects to the work around it.
Practical site facilities
Utilities, access routes, working arrangements and temporary facilities can be included in the agreed package. Offices, welfare and canteen arrangements can be discussed where required.
A coordinated yard plan
Equipment needs, vessel access, work sequencing, deliveries and shared facilities are planned with De Hoop. Changes during the project are coordinated and agreed with the yard team.
De Hoop support team
Choose the support
your project needs.
Space and services are scoped together. Additional management or technical support can be agreed where it adds value.
Facilities & daily yard support
Practical coordination of site facilities, utilities and the day-to-day interfaces between your project and the working yard.
Logistics & storage
Support with deliveries, storage areas, internal movements and waste arrangements, matched to the agreed work programme.
Equipment rental
Discuss cranes, transport and other equipment needed for the work. Suitability, capacity, availability and operating arrangements are confirmed in advance.
Project management
Optional support with preparation, planning, progress monitoring, technical coordination and contractor interfaces, within a clearly defined scope.
Technical consultancy
Draw on De Hoop’s shipbuilding knowledge to review the work approach, production sequence and practical project requirements.
Specialist work packages
Where agreed, De Hoop’s own team and specialist partners can contribute defined work packages, including interior outfitting and other project disciplines.
One working yard
Your own project.
A shared operating
framework.
Every project on site works within De Hoop’s yard rules, access procedures and health, safety and environmental requirements. Shared facilities and activities are coordinated with the yard team.
Open Shipyard gives you space to organise your project with agreed support. Yard use does not automatically transfer responsibility for your construction scope or vessel delivery to De Hoop. Each party’s role, supervision and deliverables are set out in the project agreements.
Site access & contractor coordination
Agree personnel and contractor access, site induction, working areas and interfaces with other activities before mobilisation.
HSE & work arrangements
Define the applicable site procedures, task coordination and required approvals for the planned activities. Your team and contractors follow De Hoop’s site framework.
Clear scope & responsibilities
Document the area, duration, services, equipment and management support being provided, together with the responsibilities of the project party and De Hoop.
Shared facilities & changes
Coordinate lifting, deliveries, utilities and shared access with the yard. Changes to the area, programme or service scope are reviewed and agreed.
Typical project situations
Different projects.
A tailored arrangement.
Owner-led refit or repair
Bring your project team and agreed contractors to a defined berth or work area, with De Hoop providing the facilities and support selected for the yard period.
Construction or outfitting
Use an agreed project zone and relevant infrastructure for a construction or outfitting scope, with logistics, equipment and technical support as required.
Specialist contractor work
Discuss workshop, storage or office facilities to support a defined marine work package, coordinated with the wider yard operation.
Illustrative applications of the concept. Each arrangement is assessed and agreed individually.
From requirements to mobilisation
Define it together.
Then get to work.
Tell us about the project
Share the vessel particulars, work scope, intended dates, team and principal facility requirements.
Shape the yard and support package
Review suitable areas, access, utilities, equipment and the level of support with De Hoop.
Agree the working framework
Set out the allocation, services, responsibilities, commercial arrangements and site requirements before mobilisation.
Mobilise with the yard team
Coordinate access, logistics and the work interfaces, with support delivered according to the agreed scope.
Questions about Open Shipyard.
Can we rent the entire shipyard?
No. Open Shipyard covers a defined part of the premises, with access to agreed facilities and services. De Hoop continues to operate the wider yard.
Can we work with our own team and contractors?
Yes, within the agreed project arrangement. Personnel, contractors and activities must comply with De Hoop’s site access, coordination and HSE requirements.
Can De Hoop manage part of our project?
Project management, technical coordination and consultancy can be separately scoped. The agreed services determine De Hoop’s role; leasing space alone does not include full project management.
Are there standard spaces or fixed packages?
The area, facilities and services are tailored in consultation with you. Availability and suitability depend on the vessel, project scope, timing and other yard activities.
Let’s shape your project space
Bring the project.
Let’s build the setup.
Tell us what you want to achieve and what your team needs. We will discuss a practical combination of space, facilities and support at De Hoop.
Useful starting information: vessel dimensions, work scope, target dates, team size, space and utilities, lifting needs and the support you are looking for.
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